Journal of Textile Science & Engineering

Department of Textile Science and Technology, University of Alabama, Tuscaloosa, USA

Publications

• Mini Review   
  Increasing Textile Circulation Consequences and Requirements
  Author(s): Maxwell Easte*
  
  The increasing circulation of textiles represents a transformative shift in the textile industry, driven by a growing recognition of the environmental impact of fast fashion and the need for more sustainable consumption patterns. As the industry adopts a circular economy approach, where textiles are designed, produced, used, and recycled in a closed loop, several consequences and requirements emerge. One consequence of increasing textile circulation is the potential reduction of environmental strain associated with textile production. By extending the lifespan of textiles through reuse, repair, and recycling, the demand for new raw materials and energy-intensive manufacturing processes may decrease. This, in turn, could mitigate environmental degradation, reduce water consumption, and lower carbon emissions associated with traditional linear textile production. However, realizing the .. Read More»
  DOI: 10.37421/2165-8064.2023.13.563

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